Poland→South Korea
Poland to South Korea
Do I need a visa for South Korea?
Polish citizens do not need a visa to enter South Korea for tourism for stays of up to 90 days; this visa-free entry does not permit paid work or study.
Stays longer than 90 days or visits for other purposes require a visa applied for through the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Warsaw.
Which documents do I need?
You must travel with a passport or a temporary passport; these are the accepted travel documents for entry to South Korea.
A national identity card and a driving licence are not accepted for entry on this route.
Are vaccinations required for South Korea?
No vaccinations are required to enter South Korea for this tourist route.
Confirmation of vaccinations is not requested on arrival.
How long can I stay, and can I extend it?
One entry permits a stay of up to 90 days for Polish tourists.
Extensions or stays for other purposes require a visa or an extension application handled by South Korean immigration; information on extensions and registration is available on the Hi Korea portal.
Can children travel on this route?
Children travelling to South Korea need their own passport or temporary passport; no additional parental-consent letters or notarised documents are required for minors on this route.
Do I need travel insurance?
Travel insurance is recommended for your trip to South Korea but it is not a condition of entry for Polish tourists.
Frequently asked questions
Can I work or study in South Korea on this trip?
Polish citizens do not need a visa for tourist stays in South Korea of up to 90 days; paid work and study are not permitted on this visa-free entry.
Can I enter South Korea using my national ID or driving licence?
You must travel with a passport or a temporary passport; a national identity card or a driving licence is not accepted for entry to South Korea.
What travel document will officials check when I arrive?
South Korean border officers check a valid passport at the point of entry. The document must be valid on the date you cross the border.
Will I need to prove I have enough money for my stay?
You will not be asked to show proof of funds on arrival; travellers on this route are not required to present bank statements or cash evidence.
Do I need to show vaccine certificates to enter?
No vaccinations or vaccination certificates are required to enter South Korea for this tourist route.
Do I need to complete an arrival card or online entry form?
There is no arrival card or mandatory entry registration for stays up to 90 days; you board and enter with your travel document only.
Is travel or health insurance required to enter?
Travel insurance is recommended but it is not a condition of entry to South Korea for Polish tourists.
How do I extend my stay or get more information about extending?
Extensions of stay or visas are handled by South Korean immigration authorities; information about extensions and registration is available on the Hi Korea portal.
What documents do children need to travel?
Minors travelling on this route need only a passport or temporary passport; no additional parental-consent or notarised documents are required for children.
What if my passport is damaged or nearly full?
If your passport is damaged or otherwise unacceptable, South Korean border officers may refuse entry; carry a valid passport or temporary passport to avoid problems.
Can the South Korean embassy in Poland help me while I’m there or with a visa?
The Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Warsaw provides consular help for Polish travellers; it is not the application route for visa-free entry but is the place to apply for visas when needed.
Do I have to register with immigration when I arrive?
You do not need to register on arrival for stays up to 90 days.
Is an ESTA/ETA or other travel authorisation required before travel?
Polish nationals entering for tourism board with their passport only; no separate travel authorisation or ETA is required for this route.
Where can I find official forms and detailed immigration guidance?
If you need details about immigration procedures, extensions or the entry-registration process, consult the official Hi Korea portal which holds the specific forms and guidance.
Where do I get the visa?
No application is needed for the visa-free entry described here; you board and enter with your passport only.
For visa applications (longer stays or other purposes) you apply at the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Warsaw, and immigration procedures and registration are handled through the Hi Korea portal and local immigration offices.
Where can I check the official rules?
When was this last checked?
Our checker last confirmed these requirements on August 5, 2026. Entry rules can change without notice, so confirm against the official source below before you travel.
Before you travel
- 1Check your travel document
Any one of these is accepted: passport or temporary passport.
- Travel insurance
Not required upon entry, but medical treatment is paid for by travelers — it's advisable to have a policy covering medical expenses and repatriation.
- Save your embassy’s contact
Your nearest mission: South Korea — worth having if your documents are lost.
Open the embassy page - Stays up to 90 days
Longer than that needs a visa, and the exemption covers tourism — not paid work or study.
- Read our travel guides
Local knowledge, seasons and customs — things they won't check at the border but that your trip depends on. Everything you need to know.
Open the guide
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